Chicago first-time homebuyers share practical tips: Visit neighborhoods at different times, spend below pre-approval limits
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Sun-Times staff
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Summary
Chicago Sun-Times readers share practical advice for first-time homebuyers in the Chicago area. Key tips include visiting neighborhoods at different times and days, being cautious about corner lots and busy streets, spending less than the bank pre-approves you for, and shopping around with multiple mortgage brokers and banks to find the best lending terms.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledGo visit the neighborhood at different times during the day and on different days. Think twice about buying a home on a corner lot or on a busy street.
Spend less than your bank pre-approves you for.
Go to several mortgage brokers, and also your bank, to find out how much money a bank/lender will lend you, how much mon
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